Laura Graves

Laura Graves is a Montreal-based freelance illustrator who originally trained in classical animation at film school. This technical background informs her approach to character and movement, resulting in expressive animal portraits and botanical scenes that feel alive. Her process begins with traditional pencil and ink techniques, which she then refines with digital finishes and sharp geometric accents. Drawing inspiration from vintage children’s books and fairytales, Graves creates work that is both whimsical and cheeky. Her illustrations often feature nature-inspired subjects, blending a nostalgic aesthetic with modern digital precision. While her work has reached a wide audience through major digital art platforms, it remains rooted in a personal, hand-drawn sensibility.